
Through the Smoke: A Miami Hurricanes football podcast
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Instant Reaction: Takeaways from Miami's first spring practice
Andrew Ivins and David Lake recap spring practice No. 1 for the Hurricanes. The two discuss what they noticed and what they thought about a number of new key faces in Coral Gables. They also give a quick scouting report on Michael McLaughlin, who committed to the staff on Monday. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previewing spring football for the Hurricanes
Andrew Ivins and David Lake get together to share what they want to learn about Miami over the course of 15 practices this spring. From quarterbacks to cornerbacks, the two touch on each position group and share some thoughts on the biggest storylines as Manny Diaz looks to turn things around in Coral Gables. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mailbag: How many wins does Manny need in 2020?
Andrew Ivins and David Lake answer some questions from VIP subscribers at InsideTheU. The two talk about everything from how many wins Manny Diaz needs this season to keep his job to who are some of the top recruiting targets for the Hurricanes moving forward. They also drop some scoop on a position change with spring practices just two weeks away. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What dead period? Thad Franklin re-commits
Andrew Ivins and David Lake discuss the Hurricanes landing a commitment from four-star running back Thad Franklin and why it's a big deal for Manny Diaz. The two also have the latest on a new target for Miami in the transfer portal and talk about some injuries heading into spring ball. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

National Signing Day a success for Miami
Andrew Ivins and David Lake give their takes on what landing Avantae Williams means the Hurricanes. Williams then briefly joins the podcast before Ivins shares some untold recruiting stories from the 2020 cycle and Lake dives into what we learned about D'Eriq King, Rhett Lashlee and others when they met with the media on Wednesday. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ed Reed reaction, National Signing Day preview
Andrew Ivins and David Lake talk about how big it is for Miami that Ed Reed is becoming the program's next chief of staff. The two also share thoughts about the possible additions of Rob Likens and Telly Lockett before discussing National Signing Day 2020 and sharing the latest on Avantae Williams, Willie Moise and others. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Junior Day recap, Tarik Black talk
Andrew Ivins and David Lake have what you need to know coming out of Miami's first Junior Day of the offseason. The two share thoughts on UM's newest commit Ja'Corey Hammett and also talk about some other notable visitors that were on campus. They also discuss the latest with Michigan wide receiver transfer Tarik Black, who has been in contact with the Hurricanes. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jarren leaves, 'Canes gear up for Junior Day
Andrew Ivins and David Lake discuss the latest with Miami football. The two share their thoughts on Jarren Williams' decision to enter the transfer portal while also providing some insight into why the Hurricanes decided to take Keyshawn Smith at the last minute. The two also breakdown the current numbers situation for Miami and preview this weekend's Junior Day. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The King is coming
Andrew Ivins and David Lake discuss the big news that Houston quarterback D'Eriq King will use his final season of eligibility at Miami. The two also share thoughts on the additions of Temple graduate transfer defensive end Quincy Roche and four-star cornerback Isaiah Dunson why also taking a look at what all of it means for Manny Diaz. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Miami taking a swing at D'Eriq King
Andrew Ivins and David Lake have what you need to know about D'Eriq King and Miami. Manny Diaz and Rhett Lashlee are both trying to land the dynamic quarterback and were able to talk King into visiting Coral Gables. Ivins and Lake also preview the rest of the recruiting weekend for the Hurricanes, share some thoughts on new o-line coach Garin Justic and discuss other headlines surrounding the program. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why we like the Rhett Lashlee hire
Andrew Ivins and David Lake share thoughts on Miami's new offensive coordinator. Could Manny Diaz have done better? They don't think so. The two also discuss graduate transfer quarterback options before giving a quick rundown on whats left when it comes to recruiting for the Hurricanes. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Getting to know Rhett Lashlee
Keith Niebhur joins Andrew Ivins to share some insight on Miami's next play caller. Niebhur spent a few seasons covering Rhett Lashlee when Lashlee worked for Guz Malzahn. The two talk recruiting, personality and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

OC search, portal talk and UA recap
Andrew Ivins and David Lake discuss the latest Manny Diaz's search for an offensive coordinator – what they know, what they like and what they don't like. The two also share their take on Lorenzo Lingard's departure and breakdown what they saw from Jalen Rivers, Michael Redding and Daz Worsham at the Under Armour All-America Game. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction: Miami embarrassed again, Tate plays, Enos likely out
Andrew Ivins and David Lake share some thoughts after another embarrassing loss for Manny Diaz. The two share what they think went wrong against Louisiana Tech and discuss what's next with offensive coordinator Dan Enos reportedly on his way out in Coral Gables. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Early Signing Period recap for Miami
Andrew Ivins and David Lake share thoughts on Miami's 18-man haul. They also give some insight into what happened with both Jaiden Francois and Romello Height before sharing what they think the Hurricanes will look for in the NCAA's Transfer Portal. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previewing the Early Signing Period for Miami
Andrew Ivins and David Lake have what you need to know. They cover who is still in play for the Hurricanes, share some intel on the top targets like Jaiden Francois, Darnell Washington and Keyshawn Greene while trying to figure out why Nebraska is giving Miami so much trouble this cycle. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How will Miami finish?
Andrew Ivins and David Lake talk recruiting the Early Signing Period just a few days. The two update the latest on Keyshawn Greene, share some thoughts on the Hurricanes' struggles to recruit offensive linemen and take a look at who all will be on campus this weekend. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Miami's first big recruiting weekend is here
Andrew Ivins and David Lake preview a big recruiting weekend for the Hurricanes which has five official visits on campus: tight end Darnell Washington, linebacker Keyshawn Greene, safety Donieko Slaughter, cornerback Davonte Brown and offensive lineman Kobe Baynes. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's time for Miami to go spread
Andrew Ivins and David Lake try to figure out what they Hurricanes needed to do after embarrassing losses to both Duke and FIU. It's clear that changes need to be made on offense and they both agree that a spread look might be the answer for Miami. They also talk some recruiting with the Early Signing Period two weeks out. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The silent commits aren't silent anymore
Andrew Ivins shares the backstory on Miami's two newewst commits – Jaylan Knighton and Jalen Harrell. He also takes a look at what each prospect brings to the table. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction: The unthinkable happened
Andrew Ivins and David Lake share some quick thoughts on what many are calling Miami's worst loss in program history. Jarren Williams was bad, but so was everyone else. The two share thoughts on what's next and discuss what this means moving forward. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Daz commits, scouting FIU
Andrew Ivins and David Lake share thoughts on what Miami is getting in Dazalin Worsham after the four-star wide receiver and former Alabama Crimson Tide commit gave a verbal pledge to the Hurricanes on Friday. The two also talk some Jaylan Knighton and preview Saturday's game against FIU. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The backstory on Miami's recent decommitments
Andrew Ivins and David Lake get together for an emergency recruiting podcast after the Hurricanes lose a pair of commitments from Daran Branch and Marcus Fleming. The two share what's next for the Hurricanes and also discuss some new targets that have emerged for Miami after Manny Diaz and his staff got out on the road during the bye week. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Figuring out the numbers crunch for Miami in 2020
Andrew Ivins and David Lake recap a busy recruiting weekend for the Hurricanes. The two discuss the latest with both Justin Flowe and Jalen Harrell following their official visits and explain how many recruits Miami can actually take this cycle. They also share thoughts on what UM's two-deep might look like next season while breaking down potential bowl destinations. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction: Jarren Williams has historic day
Andrew Ivins and David Lake recaps Miami's 52-27 win over Louisville from the parking lot of Hard Rock Stadium. The two share thoughts on QB1's performance, give Manny Diaz's staff some credit for turning things around and discuss what's next for the Hurricanes. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin Flowe visit preview; Louisville scouting report
Andrew Ivins and David Lake get your ready for what should be a big recruiting weekend for Miami with the nation's No. 1 ranked linebacker visiting. The two also breakdown the Cardinals and share some keys to the game before once again diving into some player props. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction: 'Canes dominate 'Noles
Andrew Ivins and David Lake break down Miami's what happened in Tallahassee. Is this a signature win for Manny Diaz? It appears that's the case. The two also give Jarren Williams some credit for his performance on the road while once again showing Greg Rousseau some love. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Miami-FSU preview
Andrew Ivins and David Lake get you ready for Saturday's showdown. The two have some keys to the game, players to watch and score predictions. They also share their thoughts on Jarren Williams getting the nod at quarterback over N'Kosi Perry and a potential change on the offensive line for the Hurricanes. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction: Jarren Williams comes up big
Andrew Ivins and David Lake have some quick thoughts after Miami's 16-12 win at Pittsburgh. The offense wasn't great, but when the Hurricanes needed a big play late they got one from Jarren Williams and K.J. Osborn. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Expectations moving forward for Miami
Andrew Ivins and David Lake assess where things stand seven games into the Manny Diaz era. Is a bowl game obtainable this season? They don't really think so. The two also preview the upcoming Pitt game, talk a little about the quarterback situation and share thoughts on some rosters decisions that will have to be made for the Hurricanes. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction: Now it's a rebuild?
Andrew Ivins and David Lake share some thoughts on Miami's disappointing 28-24 overtime loss to Georgia Tech. Sure the Hurricanes missed some field goals, but is that really the team's biggest problem right now? We don't think so and apparently either does Manny Diaz, who said after the game that the program is in the middle of a "rebuild." To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previewing Georgia Tech; talking some recruiting
Andrew Ivins and David Lake get you ready for Miami's game Saturday. The two discuss N'Kosi Perry once again getting the starting nod at quarterback and take a quick look at what Georgia Tech brings to the table. The two then answer some subscriber questions about recruiting with the Early Signing Period just under two months away. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction: N'Kosi Perry helps carry Miami past UVA
Andrew Ivins and David Lake breakdown the Hurricanes' winning performance from Hard Rock Stadium's parking lot. The two share their thoughts on N'Kosi Perry's play, gush over Greg Rousseau finally getting a start and take a quick look at what this win means for Manny Diaz and the program moving forward. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

N'Kosi Perry will start against Virginia
Andrew Ivins and David Lake get you ready for the Hurricanes' meeting with the Cavaliers on Friday. The two discuss what N'Kosi Perry can do for the offense, share their takes on what Manny Diaz's new role on defense really means and breakdown UVA before providing some score predictions as Miami looks to avoid it's first 2-4 start in 22 years. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction: That was bad
Andrew Ivins and David Lake have some quick thoughts following Miami's 42-35 loss to Virginia. Do the Hurricanes have an identity on offense? Should Jarren Williams or N'Kosi Perry be the quarterback? Can this team make a bowl? The two touch on all that and more after another ugly outing for The New Miami. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Previewing Miami-Virginia Tech
Andrew Ivins and David Lake get you ready for Saturday's meeting between the Hurricanes and Hokies. Are they buying into what Manny Diaz is saying about how practices have gone this week? The two also share some keys to the game while also discussing a little recruiting and taking a look at what the Fair Pay to Play Act might mean for Miami. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

'Canes land commitment from Brian Balom; more recruiting scoop
It's a bye week for Miami. Andrew Ivins and David Lake thought it would be the perfect time to discuss the latest with the Hurricanes' recruiting efforts in the Class of 2020. The two break down what Miami is getting in new safety commit Brian Balom while also taking a look at who might enroll early for the Hurricanes before finally touching on some of the big names that remain in play with the Early Signing Period less than three months away. They also touch on Manny Diaz announcing that Zach McCloud will now redshirt. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction: It's a win, but it feels like a loss
The New Miami avoided a disaster on Saturday finding a way to hang on and beat Central Michigan, 17-12. Andrew Ivins and David Lake share their thoughts from the parking lot of Hard Rock Stadium. How bad were things? Pretty bad. The Hurricanes once again failed to protect Jarren Williams, had multiple miscues on special teams and struggled in pass coverage. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The next step for Jarren Williams plus some Central Michigan talk
Miami will host its second straight out-of-conference opponent this weekend. Andrew Ivins and David Lake preview the game. The two discuss Jarren Williams' impressive start to the season and share some thoughts on possibly giving Camden Price a chance to kick as Bubba Baxa continues to struggle. They also share who they think the Hurricanes need to keep in the Class of 2020 following Manny Diaz's recent comments about not allowing commits to take visits. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction: Miami rolls Bethune-Cookman, gets youngsters involved
Manny Diaz picked up his first career win Saturday with a 63-0 shutout of Bethune-Cookman. Andrew Ivins and David Lake have some quick thoughts after covering the game. The two highlight the performances of both Mark Pope and Sam Brooks while also addressing Bubba Baxa's continued struggles. They also share their takes on Lorenzo Lingard's absence. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Who needs to play against Bethune-Cookman; Should Zach McCloud redshirt?
Miami hosts Bethune-Cookman this week. Andrew Ivins and David Lake share some thoughts on who the Hurricanes need to get on the field against the inferior FCS opponent in order to build depth. The two also discuss the idea of potentially redshirting senior linebacker Zach McCloud before giving their takes on whether or not the new recruiting rules that Manny Diaz hinted at during his press conference will work in South Florida. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction: Miami is 0-2 after falling to North Carolina
The New Miami is off to a rough start. For the first time in a while it was the defense that didn't play good enough to win a game as the Hurricanes failed to contain UNC's Sam Howell in a 28-25 loss to the Tar Heels. Andrew Ivins and David Lake have some initial takeaways from the game and try to break down what went wrong for Manny Diaz's squad. Is Bubba Baxa the one to blame? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Miami-North Carolina Preview; OL change coming?
Miami opens up ACC play Saturday in Chapel Hill. Andrew Ivins and David Lake get you ready for the game as Manny Diaz and the Hurricanes look to take down Mack Brown and the Tar Heels. We share some keys to a victory for UM while also looking at what UNC brings to the table. On top of that we discuss a potential change that Miami might be making along the offensive line after the unit's poor performance against Florida in Week 0. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Closing the door on the loss to UF; Can Miami win the Coastal?
Miami opened the season with a 24-20 loss to Florida in Week 0. Andrew Ivins and David Lake revisit the game and provide some final thoughts before turning the page towards North Carolina and the rest of the season. Does Jarren Williams have a chance to be better than Brad Kaaya? Can the Hurricanes make it to Charlotte? We break it all down while also discussing the latest on a pair of key recruiting targets for Manny Diaz. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Instant Reaction: Miami comes up short against Florida
Miami was a few plays away from pulling off the upset. Andrew Ivins and David Lake breakdown what went right and what went wrong for the Hurricanes in Week 0. Does UM finally have a quarterback? It seems like the future is bright for Jarren Williams. The offensive line on the other hand remains a work in progress. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Miami-Florida Preview: The keys to the game for the Hurricanes
Week 0 is basically here. Andrew Ivins and David Lake breakdown the matchup between Miami and Florida and take a look at what it will take for the Hurricanes to walk out of Orlando with a win. They share their thoughts on some of the game's key matchups, take a look at what Feleipe Franks brings to the table for the Gators and give some final score predictions before providing a best bet for the weekend. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Breaking down Miami's two-deep for Florida; Tate Martell moving to WR?
It's game week which means that Manny Diaz has released his first depth chart and there were a few surprised. Andrew Ivins and David Lake share their thoughts on the two-deep before discussing Tate Martell’s potential move to wide receiver after losing out on the quarterback battle. The two also hand out some preseason player superlatives while also hitting on some recruiting notes after a busy weekend of high school football. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Derrick Smith leaving Miami, notes from media day
It's looking more and more like Gurvan Hall and Amari Carter will start at safety for the Hurricanes against Florida following the news late Tuesday night that Derrick Smith is leaving the program. Andrew Ivins and David Lake share their thoughts on the departure while also breaking down Miami's annual media day and discussing what we learned about Jarren Williams, Trevon Hill, Zion Nelson and others. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jarren Williams named Miami's starting quarterback
Manny Diaz has named Jarren Williams the team's starting quarterback in advance of the season opener against Florida. Andrew Ivins and David Lake react to the news and take a look at how Williams beat out both Tate Martell and N'Kosi Perry. Did Diaz and Dan Enos make the right call and will one of the quarterbacks end up transferring now that a decision has been made? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What to expect from Miami's new transfers against Florida
Andrew Ivins and David Lake discuss what Bubba Bolden’s arrival two weeks into preseason camp means for Miami’s safety battle. We also break down the additions of both Trevon Hill and Chigozie Nnoruka, share some thoughts on the quarterbacks after last week's scrimmage before finally covering some 2020 recruiting. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices